Ernie Ball 2804 Custom Gauge Group II Flatwound 50-105
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What you need to know
What you need to know
- Warm and mellow tone : ideal for round, vintage bass lines that sit well in the mix
- Ultra comfortable feel : flatwound surface for a smooth sensation under the fingers and reduced fret noise
- Stability and durability : stainless steel design with specially hardened hex core
- Custom Gauge 50-70-85-105 : balance between tension, precision, and controlled attack on 4-string bass
Manufacturer Information
Ernie Ball
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A Flatwound Set Designed for Comfort and Musicality
With the Ernie Ball Flatwound 2804, experience the "soft" grain and silky feel that have made flatwound strings renowned. The response is warm, with full lows, singing mids, and smoother highs compared to roundwounds: perfect for soul, old school funk, rock, reggae, pop, or simply to achieve a bass tone that sits in the mix without aggression.The Ernie Ball Standard, Adopted by Demanding Bassists
Since Ernie Ball helped define bass string standards, the brand has established itself as a reliable choice both on stage and in the studio. Notable users include Shavo Odadjian (System of A Down), Chi Cheng (Deftones), Christopher Tony Wolstenholme (Muse), Justin Meldal-Johnsen (Nine Inch Nails), and Rick Savage (Def Leppard).Technical specifications
| Tension | Medium | 1st cord pull | 50 |
| Type of cord attachment | Ball end | Nbr of strings | 4 |
| Category | 4-string bass | Spun | flat |
| Draw | 50-70-85-105 | Material | stainless steel |
| Type | flatwound bass strings | Gauge | 50-70-85-105 |
| Number of strings | 4 | Metal type | made from flat, chrome-plated steel wound around a specially hardened hex steel core plated with tin |
| Winding | flatwound | ||
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Questions frequently asked
Are Ernie Ball 2804 Flatwound 50-105 strings suitable for a 4-string bass?
This set is designed for a 4-string bass and features a ball end. The full gauge is 50-70-85-105.
What sound do stainless steel flatwound strings produce?
The stainless steel flatwound delivers a warm response, with full lows and muffled highs. The announced texture is smooth, with singing mids.
What is the gauge of the first string?
The first string has a gauge of .050. The medium set is completed with .070, .085, and .105 gauges.
Are these flatwound bass strings comfortable to the touch?
The flat winding offers a silky feel. The construction consists of a hardened hex core steel wire plated with tin, around which a chromed flat steel wire is wrapped.
For which styles are the Ernie Ball 2804 recommended?
This model is recommended for soul, old school funk, rock, reggae, and pop. The less aggressive high-end response favors a bass that sits smoothly in the mix. The medium 50-105 gauge provides tension as specified by the manufacturer.
